PAN (Permanent Account Number) and Aadhaar are two of the most important identification documents in India. It is mandatory for all taxpayers to link their PAN with their Aadhaar, as per Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to check whether your PAN is linked with Aadhaar or not.

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department

The first step is to visit the official website of the Income Tax Department of India. The website is https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/. Once you are on the website, look for the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option on the home page.

Step 2: Click on ‘Link Aadhaar’

Click on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option. You will be directed to a new page where you will be required to enter your PAN number and Aadhaar number.

Step 3: Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number

Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number in the appropriate fields. Make sure that you enter the correct details as incorrect details may lead to rejection of the linking process.

Step 4: Enter your name and Captcha

After entering the PAN and Aadhaar number, you will be required to enter your name as mentioned in the Aadhaar card. You will also have to enter the captcha code that appears on the screen.

Step 5: Click on ‘Link Aadhaar’

After entering all the details, click on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option. If your PAN is already linked with Aadhaar, a message will appear on the screen indicating the same.

Step 6: Check your Email or SMS

You will also receive an email and SMS from the Income Tax Department confirming that your PAN is linked with Aadhaar. The email and SMS will contain a confirmation number and the date and time of the linking process.

Step 7: Check your status online

If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, you can check the status of your linking process online. To check the status, go to the official website of the Income Tax Department and click on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option. On the next page, click on ‘Check Status/Download UID Token’. You will be required to enter your PAN and Aadhaar number and click on ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’.

Step 8: View the status

Once you click on ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’, the status of your linking process will appear on the screen. If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, you will receive a message indicating the same.

In conclusion, linking PAN with Aadhaar is a mandatory requirement for all taxpayers in India. It helps the government to monitor and track the financial transactions of taxpayers. By following the above steps, you can check whether your PAN is linked with Aadhaar or not. Make sure that you link your PAN with Aadhaar to avoid any legal consequences.